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Rosemead
City Council
AGENDA
March 8, 2022
5:45 PM
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 E. Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, CA 91770
Sandra Armenta, Mayor
Polly Low, Mayor Pro Tem
Margaret Clark, Council Member
Sean Dang, Council Member
Steven Ly, Council Member
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Tang
INVOCATION – Council Member Clark
1. PUBLIC COMMENT Opportunity to address the City Council (on non-agenda items) is limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Public may address comments via zoom using meeting ID: 865 4399 9426 Passcode: 604303 or by dialing: (669) 900-9128, enter meeting ID and passcode. Written public comments may be submitted via email at [email protected] by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. All comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the city.
2. PRESENTATIONS
A.
Proclamation Declaring March 2022 as “Red Cross Month” in the City of Rosemead B.
Rosemead FiberCity Presentation by SiFi Networks
Presentation
3. PUBLIC HEARING
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
A.
Claims and Demands
* Resolution No. 2022-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $2,588,981.41 CHECKS NUMBERED 110754 THROUGH NUMBER 110858, DRAFTS NUMBERED 5565 THROUGH NUMBER 5596 AND EFT NUMBERED 50960 THROUGH NUMBER 50980 INCLUSIVELY Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-17.
Resolution No. 2022-17
B.
Approval of Minutes
Recommendation:
That the City Council approve the regular meeting minutes of January 25, 2022.
Minutes of January 25, 2022
C.
Approval of the Traffic Commission Recommendations for Traffic Calming Measures on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue At the November 4, 2021, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented recommendations for traffic calming measures on Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. After discussion and presentation of the item, the Traffic Commission approved the staff recommendations for the area. Public Works Field Services staff will complete all recommended items. If necessary, additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to complete the recommended work, and staff would utilize the approved Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Traffic Signs and Markers available funds.
Recommendation:
That the City Council authorize approval for the following measures on Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue:
1. NEW SPEED LIMIT SIGNAGE: Install two (2) 25 mph speed limit (R2-1) signs (30”x36”) for both directions of travel (east/west) along Hershey Street as vehicles enter the segment from Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue as shown in Figure 4 and as follows:
a.
Speed Limit sign should be installed on the southside of Hershey Street (for EB) approximately 220-feet east of Del Mar Avenue, on the existing streetlight post. b.
Speed Limit sign should be installed on the northside of Hershey Street (for WB), approximately 170-feet west of Kelburn Avenue before the power pole on its own post.
2. EXISTING STOP LOCATION UPGRADE: Install the following items at each existing stop sign location (4 locations) along Hershey Street at Del Mar Avenue, Brighton Street, and Kelburn Avenue:
a.
Red Reflective Strip: Install red reflective strips on the stop signpost. b.
Stop Sign: Remove and replace the existing faded stop signs with new stops signs (R1-1) (36”x36”). c.
Plaque: Install “Cross Traffic Does Not Stop” plaques (W4-4P) underneath each new stop sign. d.
“STOP” Bar and Pavement Legend: Refresh the STOP” bar and pavement legend at each of the existing top sign locations.
Staff Report
D.
Approval of the Traffic Commission Recommendations for Traffic Calming Measures Along Newby Avenue Between Rosemead Boulevard and Mission Drive At the October 7, 2021, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented recommendations for traffic calming measures along Newby Avenue between Rosemead Boulevard and Mission Drive, south of Rosemead High School. After discussion and presentation of the item, the Traffic Commission approved the staff recommendations for the area. Public Works Field Services staff will complete all recommended items. If necessary, additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to complete the recommended work, and staff would utilize approved Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Traffic Signs & Markers available funds.
Recommendation:
That the City Council authorize approval for the following measures along Newby Avenue between Rosemead Boulevard and Mission Drive, south of Rosemead High School:
1. Install 36”x36” SPEED LIMIT signs (R2-1) at each end of this segment, for eastbound and westbound direction vehicles, 25MPH. CAMUTCD Section 2B.13 a.
The addition of these signs will provide advanced speed limit reminders for vehicles entering the segment of Newby Avenue from Rosemead Boulevard to Mission Drive. b.
The speed limit signs shall be installed approximately 150-feet east from the intersection of Newby Avenue and Rosemead Boulevard for eastbound direction, and approximately 150-feet west from the intersection of Newby Avenue and Mission Drive for westbound direction.
2. Install “25” PAVEMENT LEGENDS next to proposed speed limit signs, for eastbound and westbound direction vehicles. CAMUTCD Section 3B.20 a.
The addition of these pavement legends will provide additional emphasis to the regulatory signage, speed limit, without requiring diversion of the road user’s attention from the roadway surface. b.
Pavement legend shall be installed adjacent to proposed eastbound speed limit sign, approximately 150-feet east and west from the major intersections Rosemead Boulevard and Mission Drive.
3. Replace the existing STOP SIGN (R1-1) with 36”x36” Stop sign and add “CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP” (W4-4P) plaque underneath new STOP SIGN located at Newby Avenue and Rosemead Boulevard for eastbound traffic. CAMUTCD Section 2C.59 a.
Replace existing STOP SIGN (R1-1) with 36”x36” Stop sign and add “CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP” (W4-4P) plaque underneath new STOP SIGN located at Newby Avenue and Mission Drive for westbound traffic. CAMUTCD Section 2C.59
4. Refresh/repaint stop bar and legend to increase visibility on both roadways for eastbound traffic at the intersection of Newby Avenue and Mission Drive and for westbound traffic at the intersection of Newby Avenue and Rosemead Boulevard. CAMUTCD Section 3B.16
5. Refresh/repaint the dashed yellow center line and Repaint 50’ of Double yellow at the beginning of each segment from Rosemead Boulevard and Mission Drive. CAMUTCD Section 3B.01
6. Install red reflective posts on all stop signs (all directions). Per CAMUTCD Section 2A.21 a.
Install a red reflective strip on existing Stop signposts located on Newby Avenue.
Staff Report
E.
Approval of the Traffic Commission Recommendations for Traffic Improvements at the Intersection of Olney Street and Vane Avenue At the October 7, 2021, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented recommendations to improve the existing traffic conditions at the intersection of Olney Street and Vane Avenue. After discussion and presentation of the item, the Traffic Commission approved the Staff recommendations for the area. Public Works Field Services staff will complete all recommended items. If necessary, additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to complete the recommended work and staff would utilize the approved Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Traffic Signs and Markers available funds.
Recommendation:
That the City Council authorize approval for the following measures at the intersection of Olney Street and Vane Avenue:
1. Install new larger STOP Signs (36x36) along with an All Way (R1-3P) plaque mounted under each STOP Sign at the Intersection of Vane Avenue and Olney Street as shown. a.
Larger STOP Signs: Larger 36”x36” STOP signs will increase the driver’s awareness of the intersection. The visibility of intersections and ability of approaching drivers to perceive them can be enhanced by installing larger signs at intersections. This should follow the guidelines per CAMUTCD Table 2B.1. b.
All Way (R1-3P) Plaque: An All Way plaque will increase the driver’s awareness that all directions of travel are required to stop at the intersection. (R1-3P) 18”x6”.
2. Install red retroreflective strips on all the STOP posts, per CAMUTCD Section 2B.10, paragraph 6. a.
Retroreflective strips are strips installed on posts that match the background of the sign which aids to enhance the visibility of the STOP Signs and is beneficial when additional attention needs to be drawn to a stop sign especially during nighttime conditions.
3. Refresh STOP legend and bar at STOP locations (high visibility paint) at the intersection of Vane Avenue at Olney Street. a.
STOP Pavement Legend and bar: a STOP pavement legend and bar provides further awareness for driver’s that they are approaching an intersection that requires a vehicle to make a complete Stop.
4. Repaint the yellow painted crosswalk (high visibility paint) ladder stripe for the west leg at the intersection of Vane Avenue at Olney Street.
5. Add red curb between crosswalk Striping and driveway to the west on the south side of Olney Street. Vehicles parked in this area will block the view of a pedestrian waiting on the curb to cross. Per CVC no cars should park or block a crosswalk. CVC:21970 Staff Report
F.
Approval of the Traffic Commission Recommendations for Red Curb Installation at the Northeast Corner Curb Ramp of Rio Hondo Avenue and Olney Street At the November 4, 2021, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented traffic recommendations to improve the existing parking conditions at the northeast corner curb ramp of Rio Hondo Avenue and Olney Street. After discussion and presentation of the item, the Traffic Commission approved the staff recommendations for the area. Public Works Field Services staff will be able to complete all the recommended items. If necessary, additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to complete the recommended work and staff would utilize the approved Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Traffic Signs and Markers available funds.
Recommendation:
That the City Council authorize approval for the following improvement on the northeast corner of the intersection at Rio Hondo Avenue and Olney Street:
1. INSTALL RED CURB on the northeast corner of the curb ramp of the intersection at Rio Hondo Avenue and Olney Street on both sides of the curb ramp.
Staff Report
5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A.
Overview of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) and Request to Provide Direction on Use of the Available Funds On January 25, 2022, the City Council was presented with an overview of the American Rescue Plan Act and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Final Rule on the use of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) established under Act. This report is intended to continue the discussion and provide additional information including responses to questions and concerns posed during the January 25, 2022 meeting. Upon completion of the presentation, staff requests City Council provide direction on methodology to be used to determine lost revenue and use of the remaining funds.
Recommendation:
That the City Council authorize the acceptance of the $10 million standard allowance for public sector lost revenue and provide direction on the use of remaining SLFRF.
Staff Report
B.
COVID-19 Update
This is a recurring item that will be on the agenda to update the City Council on items related to COVID-19.
Recommendation:
That the City Council discuss and provide further direction.
Staff Report
6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
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Council Comments
7. ADJOURNMENT The next City Council meeting will take place on March 22, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber.
POSTING AFFIDAVIT
I, Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, or my designee, hereby certify that a true and correct, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted seventy-two hours prior to the meeting, per Government Code 54954.2, at the following locations: City Hall, 8838 East Valley Boulevard; Rosemead Community Recreation Center, 3936 N. Muscatel Avenue; Garvey Community Center, 9108 Garvey Avenue; Public Safety Center, 8301 Garvey Avenue; United States Post Office, 8845 Valley Boulevard; Rosemead Library, 8800 Valley Boulevard; and on the City’s website (www.cityofrosemead.org)